Category: Kevin Durant

LeBron James, Kevin Durant Back New Futures Basketball League for High School Players

Brandon King

image via NBA.com LeBron James and Kevin Durant are expanding their influence in basketball beyond the professional level. The two NBA superstars are backing a new high school basketball league called the Futures Basketball League (FBL), which plans to launch with 12 teams in April 2027. One of the league’s most notable features is its proposed compensation structure. Eligible players could receive their name, image and likeness (NIL) compensation in cash, equity, or a combination of both. What We Know About Futures Basketball League The inaugural season will feature 120…

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PE Corner: “Villanova” Nike KD 19 PE Surfaces in Wildcats Colors

Brandon King

Nike Basketball is giving Villanova Wildcats fans another reason to pay attention to its college basketball player-exclusive lineup. Images of a Nike KD 19 featuring Villanova-inspired colors have surfaced online, showcasing Kevin Durant’s latest signature basketball shoe in a light blue, navy and white color scheme. The pair features an aquatic blue upper, complemented by navy accents along the oversized TPU side structure and outsole. White details appear across the tongue, collar and laces, while a Villanova “V” logo replaces the traditional KD branding on the tongue. The university-specific branding…

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Nike KD 5 Elite Returns in Summer 2027 With EYBL and DMV Colorways

Brandon King

Kevin Durant sneaker fans will have another reason to celebrate in 2027. The Nike KD 5 Elite is expected to return next summer, bringing back two eye-catching colorways: the “EYBL” and “DMV.” Originally released in 2013, the KD 5 Elite represented a special postseason edition of Durant’s fifth signature sneaker. The Elite version featured a redesigned low-top build, carbon fiber components and a different cushioning setup from the standard KD 5. The upcoming retro will reportedly arrive in two colorways, with both pairs carrying a $190 retail price. Nike KD…

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Kevin Durant Has a Message for the Rockets About His Minutes: “Why?”

Brandon King

Kevin Durant isn’t interested in being automatically taken off the floor simply because he’s getting older. The Houston Rockets are considering managing Durant’s workload during the 2026-27 season, but the 20-year NBA veteran made it clear during media day that he doesn’t necessarily agree with the plan. “Why?” Durant asked when reporters brought up the possibility of Rockets coach Ime Udoka and general manager Rafael Stone reducing his minutes. Then KD explained his position. “I’m better on the court. The team is better when I’m on the court,” Durant said.…

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Nike KD 19 “Apple Green” Set to Drop in September

Brandon King

Kevin Durant’s latest signature sneaker is getting a bold, monochromatic makeover. The “Apple Green” Nike KD 19 is reportedly set to release September 8, 2026, retailing for $155. The colorway features an eye-catching green finish across the upper, laces, midsole and outsole, giving the KD 19 an unmistakable look.  The KD 19 is built for performance, featuring a full-length Air Zoom Strobel, Cushlon 3.0 foam, an aggressive traction pattern and a dagger-inspired TPU element designed for midfoot and heel lockdown.  Release Details Note: Some current sneaker-release databases list the closely…

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PE Corner: Kevin Durant wears KD 19 inspired by “White/Sport Royal” Air Jordan XVIII

Brandon King

Although he has taken both subtle and not-so-subtle jabs at Michael Jordan over the years, that hasn’t stopped Kevin Durant from channeling MJ’s legacy on-foot. This Player Exclusive iteration of the Nike KD 19 draws direct inspiration from the Air Jordan XVIII—the final sneaker Jordan wore in an NBA game. The design mirrors the XVIII’s minimalist aesthetic with a clean white upper that’s notably free of heavy overlays. Chrome detailing elevates the look, with a metallic number atop the tongue, a chrome top eyelet, and “DURANT” stamped on the heel…

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PE Corner: the “Texas Longhorns” Nike KD 18

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The KD 18 is the latest model in the signature line of Kevin Durant to the get the Longhorn treatment as, Durant and Nike continue to pay homage to the institution at which KD spent his brief collegiate career. This latest iteration of Longhorn exclusive footwear sports a burnt orange mesh upper overlaid with white and reflective overlays. A Longhorn logo is seen on the medial ankle , opposite a Swoosh on that off the lateral. KD logos are perched atop the tongue Underneath resides a burnt orange midsole with…

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“Coconut Milk” Nike KD 18 coming February 2026

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This upcoming iteration of the KD 18 sports a coconut mesh foundational layer overlaid with sand drift suede. An additional and synthetic overlay flanks the foot, offers lateral support, and forms the loops of the lacing system.  Green shoes up via the KD logo perched atop the tongue, bordering the Swooshes that sandwich the ankle, as well as the “EA$Y” that appears backing the tongue.  Underneath resides a Cushlon midsole augmented with a large volume forefoot Zoom Air unit, as well as a green rubber outsole.  The Coconut Milk” Nike…

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An initial look at the “All-Star Illusion” Nike KD 6

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The KD 6 is making its return in 2026 and we have our first look at one of the returning colorways- the “All-Star Illusion.” Black serves as the base for this synthetic upper with a multicoloured pattern present, primarily on the lateral side. Glow-in-the-dark detailing is seen on the lateral and medial side Swooshes as well as the, tongue and its branding.  Underneath resides, a black midsole visible heel cushioning as well as a glow in the dark out Sole.  As it currently stands the All-Star illusion KD6 is slated…

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This KD 18 is inspired by the “Royal” Air Foamposite One

Brandon King

As we previously saw with the Air Bakin-inspired colorway, the aesthetics of classic Nike silhouettes, have found there way into come colorways of the KD 18 and this upcoming look for the KD 18 is inspired by another classic from Nike’s vault.  The “International Blue” iteration is inspired by the “Royal” Foamposite One. It sports an international blue upper paired with black at the underlays, tongue, and inner. An iridescent KD logo is seen perched atop the tongue, while the Swoosh on the lateral ankle shares the same aesthetic.  Underneath…

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